Archive for 'Pets'

By Isabel Alvarez Our pets often behave in ways we find annoying, disgusting or burdensome, but we can’t seem to correct it despite a great deal of effort. For some reason, telling them to “stop it” [...]

By Isabel Alvarez I fostered a mama dog and her eight puppies over the holidays — an unforgettable experience. The family was pulled from a shelter in rural Virginia. The shelter, considered high kill because of [...]

By Isabel Alvarez Oh, the joys of potty training, that lovely time when we join forces with our pets to keep floors clean, homes harmonious, and their bladders and colons happy. Potty training is a process. [...]

My dogs, Titan and Sox have an amazing relationship. Their love story began just under four years ago and watching them interact makes even the most cold-hearted and jaded of humans believe in unconditional admiration. The [...]

Years ago when I adopted my little savage, Sox, I called a dog trainer to help me tame my wild puppy. During one of the first training sessions, her trainer, Chris, said something along the lines [...]

Visit a pet boutique this holiday season and find a gift that will drive your pet crazy with delight. The present also may inspire a stern shake of the head from your disapproving spouse. While at [...]

The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is getting in the spirit of holiday shopping again this year, offering to waive fees for all black or partially black pets on Black Friday. Finding homes for black animals, [...]